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I’m going to start collecting goods at the J-Town Disc Golf Doubles League, The IL State Disc Golf Championships & Channahon Classic for the U.S. Army troops in Afghanistan. These care packages will be sent to my son Anthony’s Platoon/Company. He’s Company was deployed to Afghanistan on April 30, 2012 for 9-months. Although many of our soldiers are being withdrawn from Afghanistan, the U.S. will still have troops there until 2014. I had a chance to meet about 10 of his buddies or “Band of Brothers” and I have to say the U.S. is in great shape when it comes to whom they are sending overseas to represent our country. At first glance you see a bunch of 18-25 year old kids messing around and having fun. But when you actually get to know them and hear them talk you quickly realize that they are extremely focused and courageous men. They are mentally and physically some of the toughest people I have ever met. They’re highly trained infantrymen that are willing to sacrifice their own lives for each other and their country. When we here the words Army Strong we tend to chuckle a bit, but in reality the best words to describe what these guys are all about is “Army Strong.” It’s truly spectacular to witness this bond they have for each other and it’s humbling to see them grow together as men in the U.S. Army. They are definitely my heroes!

Many of these men including my son will be leaving their wives and children for this 9-month period. So in this difficult time lets show some of our troops we care and appreciate their sacrifice for our country.

Lets show them what the Disc Golf community is all about.

My son Anthony has been playing disc golf almost all his life, so discs and accessories would be great. He’s been trying to get his fellow soldiers hooked on playing and it seems to be working. It would be cool to know some of our discs are flying in the deserts of Afghanistan.

Any amount you can contribute for this cause would be greatly appreciated. It can be as simple as a pack of peanuts. I’ll start collecting this week and I will continue throughout the year. I’ve a huge list of items that they can and can’t receive. Please take your time and look through it. Thanks,Jesse The list is below and I also attached a word doc with the list.

CARDS & LETTERSThe troops love to hear from all of us and Mail brightens their days!These are the MOST IMPORTANT items we can send the troops & we can never have too many, so please keep writing!Consider making a patriotic banner or poster to send in one of our care packages!DISCS, FRISBEES / HACKEY SACKS!

I’m proud to announce that the 30th Illinois State Disc Golf Championships has raised over $1300 in merchandise and $140 in cash for the troops in Afghanistan.

Here’s a list of some of the stuff:• Over 50 discs• Over 50 cds, dvds and video games• Tons of disc golf accessories, candy, snacks, batteries, wipes and much moreWith the $140 we are purchasing a portable basket and shipping it. All items will be shipped to the Base in Spin Boldak, Afghanistan where my son Anthony is stationed. We will also be collecting at the 25th Channahon Classic on September 22 & 23, 2012.Thanks again for your support!